Hanging Rock Bats

Posted 24/2/08

Hanging Rock Bat Evening – Newham & District Landcare Group

Hands On Bat Survey and Detailed Presentation on Bats

Newham District Landcare invite you to be part of a survey of bats at Hanging Rock Reserve. The evening will include:

a detailed presentation by Dr Lindy Lumsden
show and tell with George the Pet Bat (yes you can touch) and the gear used to survey bats. You will also be able to see bats trapped prior to the evening
field survey of bats including trapping with ‘Harp’ traps and using bat detectors to listen for calls
BBQ

Data collected on the night will contribute to our understanding of bat populations at Hanging Rock.

Presenter: Dr Lindy Lumsden

Lindy has been conducting ecological research on bats for over 25 years. Find out all about these fascinating creatures and their importance to us all. See them close up. Meet George, an Eastern Freetail Bat that has been coming to talks with her for 17 years!

All animals trapped or kept by Dr Lumsden are done so under appropriate licensing or permits from the Department of Sustainability and Environment. Bats are not harmed by trapping techniques.

Cost

$5 per adult, children (Under 16) free Includes BBQ meal and tea/coffee/cake and Entry-Exit from the reserve.

Numbers strictly limited – booking essential. RSVP by March 9^th

Program

5pm	Start
5.15 – 6.15	Presentation by Lindy Lumsden
6.15	Show & tell (George the pet bat, Harp traps, other bats trapped prior)
7.00	BBQ, set up bat detectors, listening for calls
7.45	Release wild bats trapped the night before
8.00	Discussion & tea/coffee/cake
After 9pm	Check traps

Details

Where:	Hanging Rock Reserve, South Rock Rd, VicRoads Map 60 B7
When:	Saturday March 15th. Register at 5pm for 5.15 start.
What to Bring:	BYO chair [or rug] and torch
Contact:	Penny Roberts 5427 0795
Booking/Payment:	Newham & District Landcare group, PO Box 314, Woodend.